Перун
/Pe-run/
Perun, god of thunder
Gender
Boys
Origin
Slavic
Popularity
#14862
Syllables
2 syllables
Meaning
Perun, god of thunder
The name derives from the Old Slavic god of thunder and lightning Perun, a symbol of strength, protection and justice in Slavic mythology; it is often used in literature and folklore as an image of a mighty warrior.
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Перун (бог у слов'янській міфології)
Перун (герой роману «Тіні над Дніпром»)
Перун (персонаж гри «Відьмак»)
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